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Appliqued Bedspread

Suzanne Roy

National Gallery of Art

This is a painting of a decorative quilt with intricate designs. The quilt features a symmetrical layout with five vertical panels, each filled with a variety of colorful patterns. The designs include floral motifs, geometric shapes, and detailed embroidery work in red, green, blue, and pink hues. The quilt's border is a muted red. This style resembles traditional American folk art.

Artwork Details

Date
c. 1938
Medium
watercolor and graphite on paper
Dimensions
3826 × 3544 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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